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Program and project cost estimator

Melbourne
Department of Defence of Australia
Estimator
Posted: 24 June
Offer description

EL 1 - Program and Project Cost Estimator

* $120,303 - $135,701 + up to 15.4% Superannuation

The Role

Defence Digital Group (DDG) is building a team of Program and Project Cost Estimators to support the successful delivery of Digital Capability. Successful candidates will lead the development of Program and Project Cost Estimates using various techniques and data sources to provide Project Managers and Capability Managers with robust estimates, from Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) to Tender Quality (TQ), including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) metrics.

In addition to developing estimates, you will support the growth of the DDG Cost Estimation capability through the development of a DDG Cost Estimation Framework. You will be supported by a chapter of other Cost Estimation professionals, including an SME Cost Estimation Chapter Lead to whom you will report.

Your chapter will provide professional development and peer support to ensure your growth in the Cost Estimation career and your general APS skills.

About our Team

The Defence Digital Group (DDG) aims to generate and sustain digital capabilities to defend Australia and its interests. Its vision is a secure, integrated, and scalable information environment capable of operating effectively in the digital age. The Digital Capability Division and Military Systems and Enterprise Systems Divisions plan, deliver, and enhance ICT capabilities to meet Defence's needs.

PrMO Chapter Resources will collaborate with other project resources to deliver capability within the Military and Enterprise Systems Divisions. They will also support the growth and improvement of their chapter, including tools, templates, and processes. We are committed to providing professional development opportunities, mentorship, and coaching to help you reach your potential.

Our Ideal Candidate

The DDG Cost Estimation Chapter is a new team established through our recent transformation program. Candidates who are motivated to establish new business units and navigate change will thrive in this role.

To succeed, you will demonstrate:

* A proven track record of leading costing activities for business cases and large projects in complex organizations.
* Familiarity with relevant costing and finance systems or the ability to learn quickly.
* Ability to manage finances for large programs and projects.
* Ability to drive outcomes and execute complex initiatives.
* Advanced communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills, including managing priorities, working with, and influencing senior leaders.
* Adaptability to different tasks and positive outcomes.
* A desire to lead change and adopt new working methods.
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